UPDATE: Due to forecasted storms, the City of Carrollton has cancelled Paws on the Square Downtown and moved the vaccinations' part of the event to Carrollton Animal Services and Adoption Center (2247 Sandy Lake Road) near McInnish Park. Note the location change.

Low-cost dog and cat vaccinations will take place as a drive-thru event from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday, April 5. Dogs must be on a leash, and cats must be in carriers. Services are first come, first served. The line will close at 11am.

Refer to the map, below, to get in line. The line will close promptly at 11 a.m.

For more details on upcoming events and vaccine pricing, visit cityofcarrollton.com/downtown.

Carrollton Hosts Ninth Annual Paws on the Square Event
Post Date:  03/31/2025 12:15 PM

Bring the whole family, both furry and otherwise, to Historic Downtown Carrollton (1106 S. Broadway Street) on Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to noon, for a tail-wagging good time at the City’s ninth annual Paws on the Square. This free, animal-friendly extravaganza brings people, pets, animal welfare organizations, and pet-friendly companies together for attendees to play, shop, and learn all in one convenient location.

Visit one of Downtown Carrollton’s many delicious restaurants and browse the pet-focused vendor booths to find everything from pet accessories and treats to helpful info. Create lasting memories with free caricatures as well as professional pet photos.

This event also includes free City registration with proof of rabies vaccination for Carrollton residents. Pet registrations are helpful in reuniting lost pets with their owners and are also required by City ordinances. Operation Kindness will provide low-cost vaccinations and microchipping from 9-11 a.m.

Stop by the Carrollton Animal Services (CAS) booth to learn about programs, volunteering opportunities, and adoptions. CAS will also be accepting both monetary and material donations during the event.

“There aren’t very many events that focus on the special relationship between pets and their human companions the way Paws on the Square does,” Carrollton Animal Services Manager Travis Caperton said. “Those looking to create lasting memories with their pets should definitely come out,”.

All dogs must have ID tags, always be on a leash, have a current rabies vaccination (or are about to receive one), and be accompanied by someone 18 years or older. Attendees will receive a dog-related promotional item while supplies last.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this event, which has drawn hundreds of animal lovers to Historic Downtown Carrollton over the past eight years.

For more information, visit cityofcarrollton.com/pawsonthesquare or call the special event team at 972-466-9808.